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Bukkake Udon - Simple Japanese Cold Noodles Recipe

Published: Feb 8, 2023 · Modified: Sep 25, 2023 · Auther: Juri Austin

5 from 4 votes
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Bukkake Udon is a Japanese noodle dish with savory broth and various toppings. Try this easy dish if you're in the mood for something tasty yet light!

bukkake udon in a serving bowl with chopsticks.

Enjoy the classic flavors of Japan with Bukkake Udon! This noodle dish is famous for its delicious taste and simple preparation.

Perfect for when you're looking for something light yet flavorful - give this Japanese staple a try today!

    This recipe is for you if:
  • You love Japanese udon noodles.
  • You want to make simple udon noodle dish.
  • You are looking for bukkake udon recipe.

Let me walk you through the ingredients and the instructions. If you want to check the recipe, jump to the recipe. Let's get started!

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  • About This Recipe
  • What is Bukkake Udon?
  • 📋 Ingredients
  • Where to Buy Japanese Ingredients
  • 🔪Instructions
  • Helpful tips
  • How to Eat Bukkake Udon
  • Variety of Japanese Udon Noodle Recipes
  • Thanks For Stopping By!
  • 📖 Recipe
  • Bukkake Udon - Simple Japanese Cold Noodles Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

About This Recipe

  • Bukkake udon noodles
  • A light and refreshing dish
  • Japanese ingredients explained
  • The topping variations

What is Bukkake Udon?

bukkake udon illustration.

Bukkake udon is a Japanese noodle dish that originated in Okayama prefecture and is also popular local food in Kagawa prefecture. Bukkake udon is a relatively new twist on the traditional Japanese noodle dish compared to other classic noodle recipes.

Bukkake Udon is served with a rich sauce and topped with various ingredients such as egg, green onion, and grated ginger. It's done both cold udon and hot.

In Japanese, the word bukkake refers to "splashed" or "poured" and comes from the serving style of this noodle dish, where the soup is poured over the noodles.

Furuichi's bukkake udon set
Famous Furuichi's Bukkake Udon Kit

Furuichi is a famous restaurant known as the birthplace of Bukkake udon. If you want to enjoy the authentic taste, please come to Japan!

📋 Ingredients

Here are the ingredients (amounts are in the recipe card below).

Ingredients for bukkake udon.
  • Udon noodles: Dried noodles, fresh or frozen, are available at Asian grocery stores. I use frozen udon noodles in this recipe.
  • Mentsuyu: It's a multipurpose noodle soup base with a savory flavor made from dashi broth (Japanese soup stock), mirin, and soy sauce. I use a store-bought one in this recipe.
  • The toppings of your choice: I picked raw egg, ginger, green onions, and sesame seeds.

See more details for each in the following.

Udon Noodles

Frozen udon noodles.

Udon noodles, the classic Japanese noodle made with wheat flour and water, are a staple of Japanese cooking. These thick and white noodles have a chewy texture and can be enjoyed both hot and cold.

You can find dried, fresh, and frozen noodles at a store. Frozen ones are my go-to as they're handy to stock in the freezer.

Mentsuyu (Noodle Soup Base)

Mentsuyu in a glass jar.

Mentsuyu is a versatile soup base widely used in Japanese cuisine to make various noodle soups, including udon and soba. It is made from a concentrated mixture of soy sauce, dashi (soup broth), and mirin (sweet rice wine).

For those short on time, store-bought mentsuyu is an easy way. I always keep one in my fridge as this versatile sauce is perfect for cooking various Japanese dishes. I use a store-bought one in this recipe.

The instructions on the bottle will usually specify how much water to add, as the ratio can vary depending on the product.

Homemade Mentsuyu

You can find my recipe below if you want to make homemade mentsuyu.

How To Make Mentsuyu (Japanese Noodle Soup Base)
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Try this authentic mentsuyu recipe for a deliciously rich taste!! Enjoy the irresistible umami flavors, perfect for slurping up with your favorite Japanese noodles.
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Mentsuyu in a glass jar.

Variety of Toppings

6 Toppings for bukkake udon.

These are popular toppings for bukkake udon in Japan, and they can help enhance the flavor and add a unique touch to the dish. Feel free to experiment with combinations and find the ones you like best!

  • Egg (raw egg, half-boiled egg, or boiled egg)
  • Grated fresh ginger
  • Green onions (or scallions, chives, spring onions)
  • Tempura flakes (bits of fried batter), Tempura
  • Daikon oroshi (Grated Japanese radish)
  • Sesame seeds
  • Lemon
  • Wasabi (Japanese horseradish)

Where to Buy Japanese Ingredients

If you live in the US, you can find Japanese ingredients in the list below.

  • Japanese market: Mitsuwa Marketplace, Marukai
  • Asian market
  • Whole Foods Market
  • Health food stores
  • Online stores: Instacart, Walmart, Amazon

🔪Instructions

Let me show you how to make it! Click here to watch the recipe video.

How to make bukkake udon step by step.
  1. Prepare toppings - Chop green onions.
  2. Prepare additional toppings - Grate ginger.
  3. Boil udon noodles in a large pan.
  4. Drain and quickly rinse under running cold water.
  5. Make the sauce - Dilute mentsuyu with water.
  6. Put the noodles in a serving bowl, pour the sauce, and add toppings.
bukkake udon in a serving bowl with chopsticks.

Here you go! This one is cold bukkake udon, but if you prefer it warm, heat the sauce before serving it over the noodles for a cozy meal. I hope you will enjoy both ways!

Helpful tips

  • Mentsuyu: The instructions on the bottle will usually specify how much water to add, as the ratio can vary depending on the product.
  • Udon noodle cooking time: It typically takes a couple of minutes to cook frozen udon noodles and around 10 minutes or more for fresh or dried udon noodles. The cooking time can vary depending on the type and brand of udon noodles, so please follow the package instructions.

Vegan Adaptable

Mentsuyu is typically made from katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), which is unsuitable for a vegan diet.

However, you can substitute it with dried shiitake mushrooms and kombu seaweed to make a vegan-friendly sauce, which can be a good alternative for those following a vegan diet or who prefer plant-based options. 

Click here to find out more about mentsuyu.

How to Eat Bukkake Udon

bukkake udon in a serving bowl with chopsticks.

Break the egg, mix everything, and enjoy with chopsticks! Japanese people like to slurp the noodles for added flavor and to show appreciation for the dish (It's okay to slurp noodles in Japanese culture).

Variety of Japanese Udon Noodle Recipes

6 udon noodle recipes.

There are many udon recipes that you can try, from chilled udon noodles to hot soup. Find more below and enjoy these chewy noodles!

8 Easy Japanese Udon Noodle Recipes
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Satisfy those udon cravings! You will love these flavorful Japanese udon noodle recipes. From hot soups to refreshing cold dishes, there are many ways to enjoy these chewy noodles!
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4 udon noodle dishes.

Thanks For Stopping By!

bukkake udon in a serving bowl with chopsticks.

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Chef JA Cooks is a Japanese food blog that shares simple and healthy Japanese home cooking recipes, including vegan and vegetarian. From traditional Japanese recipes to modern recipes with step-by-step instructions.

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  • Zaru Udon (Japanese Cold Udon Noodles)
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📖 Recipe

bukkake udon on a serving bowl.

Bukkake Udon - Simple Japanese Cold Noodles Recipe

5 from 4 votes
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Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Cook: 5 minutes minutes
Total: 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Author: JURI
Bukkake Udon is a Japanese noodle dish with savory broth and various toppings. Try this easy dish if you're in the mood for something tasty yet light!

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan 18 cm/7 inches
  • 1 Strainer
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 packs Udon noodles, about 360g
  • 100 ml Mentsuyu
  • 50 ml Water, *note
  • Toppings of your choice, ginger, scallions, egg, and may more

Instructions

  • Prepare toppings
  • Cook udon noodles: Boil plenty of water (not in the ingredients list) in a medium saucepan, add udon noodles, and cook according to the package instructions. Stir the noodles with chopsticks to separate them while cooking.
  • Drain the noodles: Use a strainer and quickly rinse under cold running water to remove the extra starch.
  • Prepare sauce: Combin mentsuyu and water in a measuring jar.
  • Serve: Put drained udon noodles in a serving bowl, pour the sauce, and add toppings of your choice.

Video

Notes

  • Udon noodle cooking time - a couple of minutes for frozen ones and 10 minutes or more for fresh and dried ones.
  • This recipe is a cold version but you can heat the sauce before serving it over the noodles for a warm and cozy meal.
  • *To adjust the taste of the sauce, you can add more water to thin it out or add less to make it strong to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 2g
Course: Noodles
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: bukkake uddon, udon noodles
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  1. Concerned reader

    June 18, 2023 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    Bukkake, guys? SERIOUSLY!?

    Reply
    • JURI

      June 19, 2023 at 4:52 am

      Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Bukkake udon recipe. I understand that the name of the dish may have raised concerns or confusion. However, it's important to note that 'bukkake' in the context of Japanese cuisine refers to a specific style of dish where ingredients are poured over noodles or rice.

      Reply

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